Pediatric Neuromuscular Fellowship
The Pediatric Neuromuscular Program at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in the Department of Pediatrics and Division of Neurology & Epilepsy invites applications from candidates looking to be trained in this emerging field. Fellows will participate in specialty neuromuscular clinics offering an advanced level of care for children suffering from muscular dystrophy, spinal muscular atrophy and other neuromuscular disorders.
Video: Meet Directors Nancy Kuntz, MD, and Vamshi Rao, MBBS, MD
Diversity & Inclusion
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine seeks to attract inquisitive, motivated fellows and is committed to providing them with every opportunity for success. We encourage a diverse and inclusive work environment that allows each trainee to achieve their personal goals.
For more information on Northwestern’s commitment to diversity, please see the McGaw Diversity & Inclusion page, the Northwestern McGaw Underrepresented Residents & Fellows Forum and Feinberg School of Medicine Office of Diversity and Inclusion.
Research
Focused clinical research will be encouraged and there are ample opportunities and mentors within the Division of Neurology. The fellowship will include support for attendance to present research at a national meeting. The successful candidate for the Pediatric Neuromuscular Fellowship should be fully trained in Child Neurology by the time they begin the program.
Application Process
Inquiries should be directed to Nancy L. Kuntz, MD, medical director of the Mazza Foundation.
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Why Northwestern?
Housestaff training through McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University provides diverse and challenging clinical experiences and world-class education located in the heart of the beautiful city of Chicago. Learn more via the links to the McGaw website below.
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Meet Dr. Nancy Kuntz, Neurologist at Lurie Children's
Dr. Nancy Kuntz is a physician in the Division of Neurology at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. In addition, she serves as medical director of the Mazza Foundation Neuromuscular Program, and director of the Muscular Dystrophy Association Clinic. Her special interests include neuromuscular disorders in children with special emphasis on neuroimmunology and autonomic disorders.
Contact Us
Vamshi Rao, MD
Program Director, Neuromuscular Fellowship
Neurology
Zulaika Guzman
Coordinator, Child Neurology Training Program
Neurology
312-227-4455
More Information
Further program details, including the housestaff manual and a sample training contract, are available on the McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University site.
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